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AECOM is seeking a Senior CAD Specialist to join our Remediation team in the Buffalo, New York office. The successful candidate will work on a wide variety of projects assigned from our Environment, Water, and Transportation business lines. The successful candidate will work with a diverse team of technical leaders across a broad range of practice areas delivering professional consulting services to our key clients. 

The successful candidate will provide technical skills on projects within the department and will develop strong relationships with the team and clients to enable pursuit of new opportunities. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team, clients, site personnel and office management, and work both independently and as part of a project team. 

The successful candidate will be committed to the team's success and growth; will rigorously apply safety policies and procedures; will manage the technical, cost and schedule elements of project delivery; and will effectively manage the quality of project deliverables within the bounds of the AECOM Quality Management System. 

The job responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:

• Perform as a senior resource for CAD drafting/modeling at the project level.
• Prepare high-quality design deliverables.
• Perform CAD drafting/modeling in a manner which adheres to accepted engineering practices and standards, as well as company and client standards.
• Assist in the development, implementation and deployment of CAD drafting/modeling and survey standards on an office level.
• Assist in the training and development of other CAD professionals.
• Working closely with design professionals at a project level to produce deliverables with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S Driver's License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation, and OpenRoads.
• Experience with survey and grading design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field 
• 9+ years of relevant experience as an CAD designer within an Environmental consulting firm
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with REVIT. 
• Experience with BIM. Able to produce construction documents in BIM environments from start to finish with limited assistance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented, thorough, well organized, and effectively manage time.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a project team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational skills – ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Consultative, service-oriented mindset and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and goal-oriented, with the ability to manage change effectively.

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.